Edgy Crime Drama Available on DVD April 5​Nashville, TN (December 2, 2015) – LightWorxEntertainment film, Ashes of Eden, is set to make its world-wide debut on UplifTv and ParablesTV on April 1, 2016. Air times will be forthcoming. The Inspirational yet edgy crime drama, written and directed by Shane Hagedorn and produced by New House Entertainment, Collective Development, Inc. and Ahptic Film & Digtal, will also release to DVD nation-wide on April 5, 2016. The official trailer for the film can be viewed at www.lightworxentertainment.com/films/ashes-of-eden.

“Ashes of Eden is a film that brings to light the consequences of making the wrong choices in life yet shows the redemptive power through our Faith,” says Isaac Hernnandez, VP of Programming for UplifTv and Parables TV. “While this is a very edgy movie, it is a perfect tool to use with the younger generation to bring them to Faith. UplifTv is very excited to partner with LightWorx Entertainment to bring this great movie to the masses.”

A new and unique family-friendly television network that offers more inspirational movies and documentaries than any other faith-based channel, UplifTv is available to all Direct TV subscribers with HD-capable equipment on channel 379 and on a growing number of cable television systems. ParablesTV was developed to provide families with an alternative to traditional network television. Featuring Christian movies, documentaries, series, children’s programming and original productions, Parables programs are thought-provoking, uplifting and inspire discussion about topics that are important to faith. ParablesTV is available via subscription and can be viewed on iPhone, iPad, Android devices, Apple TV and Roku.

“We are thrilled that UplifTV and ParableTV are partnering with us to take Ashes of Eden to the masses,” Randy Maricle, LightWorx Entertainment Managing Parnter, explains. “It’s a great film that will have a definite impact. We’re glad these networks understand this and are willing to take a risk with an edgy film.”

Ashes of Eden is the story of Red (Sutherland), an 18 year-old who made some bad choices and done his time, but is still paying the consequences. Secretly selling stolen drugs in order to help his police officer mother (Anschutz) pay the mortgage, Red unknowingly starts a bloodbath between rival dealers and ends up in the center of the spotlight. This gritty cautionary tale proves that having a bad reputation and being in the wrong place at the wrong time are an unfortunate combination – even when you’re trying to do the right thing – but also reassures that redemption can come.

ABOUT LIGHTWORX ENTERTAINMENT

Launched in January 2015 by industry powerhouse, Randy Maricle, LightWorx Entertainment exists to provide content creators with a profitable and creative option for marketing, development and distribution – using Christ-modeled business practices – that will deliver their product to end consumers with impact. With four films already in the market for 2015 and six more before the end of the year, LightWorx is gearing up for a big 2016 with seven films, including three theatrical releases, in the first half of the year.​For more information about LightWorx Entertainment and its releases, please visit www.lightworxentertainment.com. Updates can also be found on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

LIGHTWORX ENTERTAINMENT SET TO RELEASE ASHES OF EDEN Spring 2016Nashville, TN (July 2, 2015) – LightWorx Entertainment is set to release the film, Ashes of Eden, on April 5,, 2016. Starring Steven Sutherland, Melissa Anschutz, Michael Joiner and DJ Perry, the inspirational yet edgy crime drama was written and directed by Shane Hagedorn and produced by New House Entertainment, Collective Development, Inc. and Ahptic Film & Digtal. The official trailer for the film can be viewed at www.lightworxentertainment.com/films/ashes-of-eden.

“Ashes of Eden is a great film and we’re proud to have it on our LightWorx roster,” says Maricle, managing partner for the company. “Shane and his team did a knock out job of creating a cutting-edge story that is both relevant and edgy.”

Ashes of Eden is the story of Red (Sutherland), an 18 year-old who made some bad choices and has done his time, but is still paying the consequences. Secretly selling stolen drugs in order to help his police officer mother (Anschutz) pay the mortgage, Red unknowingly starts a bloodbath between rival dealers and ends up in the center of the spotlight. This gritty cautionary tale proves that having a bad reputation and being in the wrong place at the wrong time are an unfortunate combination – even when you’re trying to do the right thing – but also reassures that redemption can come.

“I am excited to be working with the team at Lightworx, bringing the world this powerful film” Hagedorn explains. “They really nailed it with the new poster art, (for Ashes) It totally captures the tone of this film. Gritty and Redemptive, the prodigal son returned.”

Packaging artwork for Ashes of Eden was designed by Jason Parish of Storytown Creative.

ABOUT LIGHTWORX ENTERTAINMENTLaunched in January 2015 by industry powerhouse, Randy Maricle, LightWorx Entertainment exists to provide content creators with a profitable and creative option for marketing, development and distribution – using Christ-modeled business practices – that will deliver their product to end consumers with impact. With four films already in the market for 2015 and six more before the end of the year, LightWorx is gearing up for a big 2016 with seven films, including three theatrical releases, in the first half of the year.

EAST LANSING WELCOMES HOME ASHES OF EDEN Following a sold-out festival record of 600+ at the 2014 Capital City Film Festival in Lansing MI, “Ashes of Eden” producers DJ Perry and Shane Hagedorn were approached by East Lansing Festival Director, Susan Woods. She encouraged Perry and Hagedorn to submit ‘Ashes’ to this year’s East Lansing Film Festival. ELFF, now in its seventeenth year, is the oldest and second largest in Michigan. Ashes of Eden was submitted, accepted, and is now officially part of the Lake Michigan Film Competition, which could be eligible for cash prizes and awards such as BEST FEATURE FILM. "Our Michigan made film has had a fantastic year. To close out 2014 as an official selection to ELFF, is a great achievement. I believe our film represents the very best of Michigan talent and creative artists. To screen our film at a prestigious film festival like ELFF is an honor." – Shane Hagedorn, Writer/Director/Producer Ashes continues an impressive and successful theatrical run throughout the state of Michigan playing for several weeks at Celebration Cinema in both Lansing and Grand Rapids. The film just concluded a run at Emagine theaters at the Novi and Canton Michigan locations. Discussions with several theater chains are still underway.“We’ve appreciated the opportunity to play on the big screen and look forward to being able to give others at home the same opportunity. We are planning on making a big announcement at the ELFF screening concerning this.” – DJ Perry Producer/Co-starThe producing team plans to announce a North America distribution deal for the title at the ELFF. Sources say it will be available on DVD, VOD, and streaming media platforms, first quarter of 2015.To see the Trailerwww.ashesofedenmovie.com/trailer.html LIKE us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/ashesofedenmovie

The Second Coming is one of the fresh, hard hitting, inspirational songs on the soundtrack to the motion picture, ASHES OF EDEN. The movie's anthem, titled THE PROMISE, was penned and recorded by Jerome and his Soundsgood Records team. For more info on Jerome, his music, and his ministry www.soundsgoodrecords.com

The performance packed Michigan Indie film, ASHES OF EDEN premieres this week at Emagine theaters Novi and Canton September 18-25. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.emagine-entertainment.com

Sep. 6, 2014 - LANSING, Mich. -- This “Urban American Graffiti” coming-of-age film is filled with Michigan’s rising stars of tomorrow along with some known seasoned vets of the film industry. The film continues a successful theatrical run throughout its home state. This past month, “Ashes” played for several weeks at Celebration Cinema in Lansing and Grand Rapids, chosen by Celebration Cinema’s Programming Director, Ron VanTimmeran as part of Grand Rapids’ Woodland theater’s “Summer Indie Series”, playing alongside several Independent Film giants such as “Chef” starring Jon Faverau and “Locke” starring Tom Hardy.

“We’re proud to have had our Michigan-Made film participate in the Summer Indie Series. The films were chosen based on their overall-quality and power of their storytelling.” – DJ Perry, Producer/Co-Star

Ashes will premiere in Emagine Theater’s Novi and Canton locations beginning September 19th for a 10 day run. Tickets will be available online at http://www.emagine-entertainment.com/coming-soon and at the door. Check website for upcoming show times.

“I am absolutely thrilled to have our film play at Emagine Theaters. Our fans from the Detroit area have been asking for it and our partnership with the Arcangelo Entertainment and Emagine will provide a great movie experience for our fans.” - Shane Hagedorn-Director, Producer

The film will continue to book theatrical dates in the USA before releasing domestically to the television and domestic home video market 1st quarter of 2015. This deal is in the final stages of negotiations and will be released in the coming weeks.

LANSING, MI USA - In a changing market where theatrical numbers are down, distributors and exhibitors are looking for new ways to increase traffic. One way is to bring fresh exciting content to the theater and that is what is happening with films like “Ashes of Eden”. Audiences want to see powerful dramas that have realistic topics and inspirational messages. While “Ashes of Eden” has drawn great reviews from the faith market, it is a crime drama first. The story follows a young man in trouble with the law and his mother, a police officer, wrestling with her faith. This film attracts both the youth and adult markets providing a glimpse at the communication issues that often exist between them.

FOUR STAR REVIEW

“Ashes of Eden is a tension filled and emotionally packed movie. It’s gritty and raw, presenting a visceral slice of reality that is all too often absent from faith-based movies. But it’s also a powerfully redemptive movie, one in which God’s grace and mercy can be clearly seen.” - Christian St. John (Christian Review)

(Full review)

http://www.christianreview.com/movie-review-ashes-of-eden/

“Our screenings have had big turnouts, rivaling larger studio films playing at the same theater. Audiences have opportunities to vote with their dollar, and they are choosing our film [Ashes].” ​- Shane Hagedorn, director

The film has just been picked up to play in the Emagine Theater chain in the Detroit, Michigan area in mid September and is currently in negotiations with several other chains and art house theaters across the country. Producers DJ Perry and Shane Hagedorn will continue to book the film until the film’s 1st quarter 2015 North America domestic release on DVD and VOD everywhere.

Thanks to all who voted for your favorite poster. Although that artwork is not the final, you have helped give us valuable feedback towards what will be our finished poster. Also, look for the announcement of our SNEEK PEEK scene later this week!